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Mediterranean diet snacks to optimize testosterone and heart health in men

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Jan 07, 2026 · 9 min read

Mediterranean-style snacks built around monounsaturated fats, polyphenols, and protein (such as walnuts, olives, and plain Greek yogurt) can support testosterone and heart health in men by preventing sharp post-snack glucose/insulin spikes and lowering chronic inflammation that suppresses testosterone production and damages endothelial function. Here’s how to use between-meal “fuel” to keep energy steady while protecting ...

Sea moss benefits for men: Fact checking the fertility superfood

Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate

Jan 06, 2026 · 9 min read

Sea moss does not have solid clinical evidence showing it directly boosts testosterone or male fertility, but its high iodine content can support thyroid hormone production (T4/T3), which indirectly affects energy and libido when a deficiency is present. Here’s what the data actually supports—and where the “fertility superfood” marketing goes beyond the science. “Sea moss ...

Does lifting weights burn fat? The science-backed answer for men who want visible results

Dr. Bruno Rodriguez, DPT, CSCS: Strength, Recovery, and Physical Therapy Expert

Jan 05, 2026 · 9 min read

Lifting weights can support fat loss by building and preserving muscle, which helps maintain a higher resting metabolic rate and improves body composition over weeks and months. Here’s how to set up your training and tracking so the mirror changes even when your workout isn’t “burning fat” in the moment. “If you’re asking ‘does lifting ...

Does alcohol cause inflammation? What men need to know about the immune response

Dr. Alexander Grant, MD, PhD: Urologist & Men's Health Advocate

Jan 04, 2026 · 10 min read

Alcohol causes systemic, dose-dependent inflammation by producing acetaldehyde and activating liver immune cells (Kupffer cells) to release pro-inflammatory cytokines such as TNF-α and IL-6, while also weakening the gut barrier so bacterial toxins can enter the bloodstream. That immune “alarm” can keep firing long after the buzz fades—affecting blood vessels, testosterone production, and sexual function. ...

Do low salt frozen meals actually exist? A guide to heart-healthy muscle fuel

Dr. Susan Carter, MD: Endocrinologist & Longevity Expert

Jan 03, 2026 · 11 min read

Low-salt frozen meals do exist, but many “high-protein” options still deliver around 1,200 mg of sodium per serving—more than 50% of the American Heart Association’s 2,300 mg/day limit. This guide breaks down how excess sodium drives fluid retention and blood-pressure strain, and how to spot freezer meals that fuel muscle without compromising vascular health. “Many ...